How I Live
Twiztid Lyrics


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[Jamie Madrox]
How I live
My michrophone is my outlet
To project my style and see how loud the crowd can get
No non-sense this is how you need to be livin
Dude this is the life we show improve on each and every move
We need some money smokeing bitches to clear our vision like visine
And a 40 of O-E for the I.V.
So gimmie gimmie 'cause I'm livin for the fame
And I ain't leavin till I get all that I can and then some

[Monoxide Child]
I see it tatted on you're back and you're arms
And I'm a static you a deal to throw what's killin you're moms
I know you're pops don't understand he thinks you're buildin a bomb because you sit up in you're room and every word you sing along
And it seems every word comein outta you're mouth is raw
And the truth is they don't have a clue what's goin on
If they would just shut the fuck up give me a listen then they could hear it all in my voice exactly how I'm livin

that's how I live
Wildein on the streets that we live
That's how I live
Tryin to take as much as I give
That's how I live
Planttin fantasies in you're kids
That's how I live
Don't be actin like you know who this is
(hats how I live)

[Jamie Madrox]
How I live
Tinted windows on suv's I'm smokein
Purchesed from grammer and words spoken
Uh hustla I was born and raised
With the knowledge that you gotta do what you gotta to get paid
Can't respect game
Ill see you on the grind
Same heart same passion its my three of a kind
Its TWIZTID and yuh boy proof from the dirty dozen this shit was destined to happen don't ever say it wasn't

[Proof]
Please belive it we sit and re-think it
Spit flames just blow you're mind and re-heat it re-seaded
Slim nov for cons fifty knee beezy
And necro jigga its d tweezy
Tiwztid we bees the misfits
Keep squeezin bisquits
Street clean the district
This means restricted
Family nah ambity time
You cross one of them you cross me I'm layin you down

[Chorus]

[Monoxide Child]
Affiliated with sum folks that most of y'all ain't really heard of its keepin me secret just like a murder
With blurred vision I'm undercover like burn victims witta temper like a pitbull waitin my turn sick em'
Lickin my chaps why you sit in the same spot like street sighns while I resurect the whole east side
That's how I live and you can love it or leave it
But for you to do what I do it'd take you're whole life to achieve it

[Proof]
My cousins from other mothers they dozens they brothers of us mother that icp be feared recoverd that gang among us
Pac and big is the world
Wipein balde exhaust
Tryin to repair the damages and managin they j and ob
So wish to esham
Detroit in these palms
We tryin to get back to these local cats to point where there from
So I spit it how I'm in it a minute how I spit it forever walked in it lets get it how we live it its good





[Chorus x2]

Overall Meaning

The song "How I Live" by Twiztid is a track about the struggles, trials, and tribulations of living a life dedicated to music. The first verse, rapped by Jamie Madrox, describes how the microphone is his outlet and how he strives to improve with every performance. He also mentions how smoking and drinking are necessary to clear his vision and calm his nerves before a show. Monoxide Child's verse is about the disconnect between parents and their children's music tastes, with the emphasis on the rawness of the lyrics that describe the artist's experiences. He also mentions that the lifestyle and the pursuit of fame involved in their musical careers are often misunderstood by others.


The final verse with Proof brings a different perspective to the song, rapping about the struggles and hardships of the music industry. He mentions the difficulties in repairing the damages done to the industry by the deaths of iconic rappers like Tupac and Biggie. He also emphasizes the importance of returning to their roots and giving back to local Detroit artists who have been instrumental in the rap scene.


Overall, the song is a declaration of their dedication to music and the lifestyle that comes with it. They acknowledge the challenges they face, but also celebrate the rewards.


Line by Line Meaning

How I live
Jamie Madrox introduces the song and talks about his lifestyle.


My michrophone is my outlet
Jamie Madrox uses his microphone to express his feelings and connect with his fans.


To project my style and see how loud the crowd can get
Jamie Madrox likes to perform and test his abilities by seeing how much his fans enjoy his music.


No non-sense this is how you need to be livin
Jamie Madrox believes in living life without any unnecessary drama or complications.


Dude this is the life we show improve on each and every move
Jamie Madrox encourages constant self-improvement in order to achieve success and happiness.


We need some money smokeing bitches to clear our vision like visine
Jamie Madrox jokes about needing some money and women to help him see things clearly and enjoy life.


And a 40 of O-E for the I.V.
Jamie Madrox references drinking 40 ounces of Olde English to help him relax and feel good.


So gimmie gimmie 'cause I'm livin for the fame
Jamie Madrox is hungry for success and wants to be famous.


And I ain't leavin till I get all that I can and then some
Jamie Madrox is determined to work hard and achieve as much success as he possibly can.


I see it tatted on you're back and you're arms
Monoxide Child notices that some of his fans have tattoos of their lyrics on their bodies.


And I'm a static you a deal to throw what's killin you're moms
Monoxide Child sees potential in his fans and wants to offer them opportunities to succeed and take care of their families.


I know you're pops don't understand he thinks you're buildin a bomb because you sit up in you're room and every word you sing along
Monoxide Child understands that some parents might not understand their children's love for rap music and might have misconceptions about it.


And it seems every word comein outta you're mouth is raw
Monoxide Child recognizes that his lyrics are often explicit and aimed at expressing his true feelings and experiences.


And the truth is they don't have a clue what's goin on
Monoxide Child believes that his parents and other critics simply don't understand the rap music industry and culture.


If they would just shut the fuck up give me a listen then they could hear it all in my voice exactly how I'm livin
Monoxide Child wishes that his critics would be open-minded and listen to his music before judging him, as his music reflects his true experiences and lifestyle.


Wildein on the streets that we live
TWIZTID likes to live life on the edge and take risks in their daily lives.


Tryin to take as much as I give
TWIZTID believes in giving their all to their fans and their music, but also wants to make sure they don't get taken advantage of.


Planttin fantasies in you're kids
TWIZTID recognizes that their music might influence younger generations and inspire them to live life on their own terms.


Don't be actin like you know who this is
TWIZTID wants listeners to appreciate their unique style and not try to put them in a box or categorize them.


Tinted windows on suv's I'm smokein
Jamie Madrox likes to smoke and drive around in his SUV with tinted windows.


Purchesed from grammer and words spoken
Jamie Madrox is proud of his success and attributes it to his skill with language and communication.


Uh hustla I was born and raised
Jamie Madrox grew up with a hustler mentality and worked hard to achieve success in his music career.


With the knowledge that you gotta do what you gotta to get paid
Jamie Madrox believes that in order to survive in the rap music industry, he has to work hard and do whatever it takes to make money.


Can't respect game
Jamie Madrox won't tolerate any disrespect in the rap music industry.


Ill see you on the grind
Jamie Madrox recognizes that other rappers are also working hard to achieve success and he respects that.


Same heart same passion its my three of a kind
Jamie Madrox identifies himself, Monoxide Child, and Proof as three rappers who share the same passion and drive for success.


Its TWIZTID and yuh boy proof from the dirty dozen this shit was destined to happen don't ever say it wasn't
Jamie Madrox is proud to be part of TWIZTID, along with Proof and other rappers from their group known as the 'dirty dozen'.


Please belive it we sit and re-think it
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID reflect on their success and consider ways to improve their music and careers.


Spit flames just blow you're mind and re-heat it re-seeded
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID are confident in their ability to create music that is powerful and memorable.


Slim nov for cons fifty knee beezy
Proof references Slim Jxmmi, Novelist, MF DOOM, and 50 Cent as successful rappers in the industry.


And necro jigga its d tweezy
Proof references Necro and Jay-Z, calling himself 'd tweezy'.


Tiwztid we bees the misfits
Proof is proud of TWIZTID's identity as misfits in the rap music industry.


Keep squeezin bisquits
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID keep working hard and staying focused on their goals.


Street clean the district
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID aim to make their community a better place by being positive role models and promoting good behavior.


This means restricted
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID recognize that being successful in the rap music industry requires hard work and dedication.


Family nah ambity time
Proof values his family and recognizes the importance of balancing his personal life with his music career.


You cross one of them you cross me I'm layin you down
Proof won't tolerate anyone disrespecting his family and will do whatever it takes to protect them.


Affiliated with sum folks that most of y'all ain't really heard of its keepin me secret just like a murder
Monoxide Child is friends with a lot of underground rappers who are not well-known, which keeps his profile lower and less likely to attract unwanted attention.


With blurred vision I'm undercover like burn victims witta temper like a pitbull waitin my turn sick em'
Monoxide Child is always on high alert and ready to attack like a pitbull waiting for its prey.


Lickin my chaps why you sit in the same spot like street sighns while I resurect the whole east side
Monoxide Child is always ready to hustle and make moves, while others are stagnant and not making progress.


But for you to do what I do it'd take you're whole life to achieve it
Monoxide Child recognizes that it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to achieve success in the rap music industry.


My cousins from other mothers they dozens they brothers of us mother that icp be feared recoverd that gang among us
Proof refers to his fellow TWIZTID members and other rappers as his family and recognizes the importance of supporting each other in the rap music industry.


Pac and big is the world
Proof references the late rappers Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. as legends in the rap music industry.


Wipein balde exhaust
Proof is working hard and trying to push himself to his limits, which is reflected in the metaphor of wiping the exhaust from the engine.


Tryin to repair the damages and managin they j and ob
Proof is working hard to fix any mistakes he's made in his career and manage his personal life and work responsibilities.


So wish to esham
Proof references fellow rapper Esham and shows respect to his work in the rap music industry.


Detroit in these palms
Proof is proud of his hometown of Detroit and carries its identity with him always.


We tryin to get back to these local cats to point where there from
Proof and other rappers in TWIZTID want to give back to their local community and inspire younger generations to pursue music careers.


So I spit it how I'm in it a minute how I spit it forever walked in it lets get it how we live it its good
Proof is confident in his abilities and his music, and wants to inspire listeners to embrace their own strengths and live life on their own terms.


Chorus
The chorus simply repeats the phrase 'that's how I live' and reinforces the message of the song, which is that TWIZTID and their fellow rappers are living life to the fullest and pursuing their dreams.




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